I am bitter towards companies in general, and that's not a useful attitude to have as (hopefully) a round of January interviews approach. Help me. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 22, 2009 - 21 answers

What do I do about a bad work related reference? Its not as easy as just ignoring it as its a huge part of my employment history. [more inside]
posted by Snuffman on Oct 21, 2009 - 7 answers

What are your best resources or best advice for job interviews for a position you desperately want? [more inside]
posted by santojulieta on Sep 10, 2009 - 12 answers

How do I contact strangers in higher education to help me with grad school interview projects? [more inside]
posted by dayintoday on Aug 19, 2009 - 4 answers

Five interviews in a three weeks...no offers...Am I doing something wrong or is it 'the market'? [more inside]
posted by lslelel on Aug 1, 2009 - 22 answers

I need a really nice suit for upcoming law firm interviews. Where do I go for one that actually fits me? [more inside]
posted by decoherence on Jul 1, 2009 - 13 answers

How do you manage a small team remotely? Particular tips when one of them seems to underperform consistently? [subtext, help me ace my interview!] Latest published work and your own experience please! [more inside]
posted by Wilder on Jun 9, 2009 - 4 answers

Great Books And Resources On Doing Field Research Interviews? [more inside]
posted by chrisalbon on May 23, 2009 - 5 answers

How do I get someone's contact info without having to pay a service like LinkedIn for their e-mail address? [more inside]
posted by MTheresa on May 19, 2009 - 13 answers

I've just found out via email that I didn't get a job that I interviewed for. How to respond? [more inside]
posted by different on Apr 1, 2009 - 18 answers

What is the best author interview you have found? [more inside]
posted by Dumsnill on Mar 28, 2009 - 19 answers

What does a writing portfolio look like these days? [more inside]
posted by Miko on Mar 2, 2009 - 5 answers

How to negotiate for flexible hours at the interview? [more inside]
posted by so much modern time on Feb 18, 2009 - 6 answers

I was in an interview a week and a half ago for a job that I really, really want. Is there anything I can do to make sure I don't mess things up? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 - 9 answers

What can I expect at interviews for simple restaurant/food service jobs? What things should I be saying to increase the chances I'll get hired? How should I dress? I have no foodservice experience. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 27, 2008 - 16 answers

Is it *completely necessary* to wear a suit to a Private Girls School job interview? [more inside]
posted by man down under on Oct 22, 2008 - 20 answers

How many times do people typically make it to the "finalist" round before they land a job? [more inside]
posted by anastasiav on Oct 9, 2008 - 3 answers

I have a job interview tomorrow and have to do a 10 minute presentation. They rang today to say that there won't be any computer / projection facilities (after saying last week that there would be). I'm a bit lost! How do I give a memorable presentation without Powerpoint? [more inside]
posted by finding.perdita on Sep 1, 2008 - 15 answers

If you had the task of conducting interviews with people meeting one or more of the criteria listed below, what kind of questions would you ask them? - People who have dropped their 9 to 5 or a high pay/high stress job in order to follow their passion. - People who have started their own unique small business. I'm thinking along the lines of something progressive and sustainable. - People who live unique lifestyles or combine their lifestyle with their job. For example, a person who turns a hobby into a profession. - People who have beaten the odds to achieve something extraordinary. - People who have taken risks in order to achieve their ideal lifestyle. Thanks!
posted by ISeemToBeAVerb on Aug 6, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm looking for advice on how to conduct a job interview with someone much older and with much more experience than me. The problem: his resume is seriously fishy. There's some technical information in here, so input from professional software geeks is particularly appreciated. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 28, 2008 - 21 answers

In about six weeks I expect to have a technical interview for a graduate position with MS. What can I do between now and then to be as well prepared as possible? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 22, 2008 - 7 answers

Help with salary negotiations? The standard wisdom -- which I've been trying to follow -- is that you aren’t supposed to talk about salary until after you get a job offer. But the organization began talking about it when they called to schedule the first interview. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 22, 2008 - 12 answers

I'm #4 on the eligibility list for a job that I want, and have a 2nd interview in a week. This is the final step in the application process. What can I do to vault myself to the top of the list and land the job? [more inside]
posted by saguaro on Jul 22, 2008 - 8 answers

At what point in the job interview process is it appropriate to inquire what the salary might look like? [more inside]
posted by boots on May 2, 2008 - 17 answers

How can one find military wives for a scientific study? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Apr 16, 2008 - 10 answers

Are those "person on the street" quotes in magazines ever real? [more inside]
posted by krippledkonscious on Mar 26, 2008 - 28 answers

What's the best solution for recording and transcribing phone interviews? And what kind of digital voice recorder should I buy? [more inside]
posted by incandescentman on Mar 25, 2008 - 12 answers

I'm looking for the audio equivalent of YouTube. That is, where can I post and share radio interviews at no cost? [more inside]
posted by jurczyk on Feb 18, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm almost finished with my Masters in International Business and have started sending out job applications to a number of companies, nearly all of which are involved in strategic consultancy. The top companies, quite understandably, are fiercely competitive. I know I have what it takes, but I want the best chance possible of showing them that too. [more inside]
posted by Zé Pequeno on Jan 16, 2008 - 9 answers

I have an interview tomorrow (yikes) with a political consulting firm. Problem: I don't actually know what this means. What exactly do political consultants do? What kind of questions should I expect to be asked? What kind of questions should I ask them? Help! [more inside]
posted by naoko on Dec 5, 2007 - 9 answers

Help my girlfriend find virgins. [more inside]
posted by felix betachat on Sep 19, 2007 - 23 answers

How should I dress when interviewing for a job as a veterinary technician? [more inside]
posted by needs more cowbell on Jul 30, 2007 - 19 answers

job filter: how can i get a job, in los angeles, that will afford me the luxury of health insurance? how to write a cover letter that will get my foot in the door? [more inside]
posted by seeka on Jul 7, 2007 - 21 answers

I'm trying to get a new job, but stay within my current company. I've applied and had two interviews for a role I'd love in a different department. Is it bad form to ask people I work with in my current role, who are in that department, to put in a good word for me? [more inside]
posted by Kellydamnit on Jun 15, 2007 - 9 answers

I was offered a job that starts next week. I have an interview tomorrow for a job I'd rather have. How should I approach this during the interview? [more inside]
posted by apple scruff on Jun 6, 2007 - 10 answers

I have a job offer from company A. I have a second interview coming up with company B. Company B is my first choice. Company A wants an answer ASAP. How do I ask them to wait another week? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 16, 2007 - 22 answers

Quitting my job after 5 months. How do I (or rather, "Do I") explain to prospective employers that I'm leaving because of a verbally abusive manager? [more inside]
posted by onepapertiger on Apr 16, 2007 - 12 answers

I'm generally a fairly confident guy. I write well. I can carry on an intelligent conversation. I'm a salesman by training. I acted on stage in high school. In college I could deliver (and enjoy) speeches of all sorts. I can even hold my own when interviewed for the newspaper or for a podcast. But when it comes to speaking on live radio, I'm a nervous wreck. What can I do to improve? [more inside]
posted by jdroth on Feb 1, 2007 - 18 answers

What to do on a college admissions interview? [more inside]
posted by snickerdoodle on Dec 29, 2006 - 14 answers

How can I best cope with getting back to work after an extended break due to bipolar/ depression, and how can I best explain my condition to potential employers? [more inside]
posted by AuroraSky on Dec 4, 2006 - 6 answers

Could someone point me in the right direction for downloading interviews of famous celebs in something like mp3 format. I have an audio assignment and will be splicing my questions together with someone like Tom Cruise's answers, so I need to find a good resource, be they torrents or google. Does anyone know of any particular site that hosts these files?
posted by taita_cakes on Oct 30, 2006 - 5 answers

How do I prepare for a job interview with a panel of 5-6 interviewers? [more inside]
posted by footnote on Oct 22, 2006 - 10 answers

Is it just me, or do all technology PR people start all their explanations with the word "so"? [more inside]
posted by Wild_Eep on Aug 22, 2006 - 22 answers

Landing a job while going to classes during the day? [more inside]
posted by empath on Aug 17, 2006 - 4 answers

I run a chain of internet cafes and appear to have a high turnover of staff. I am now about to start a round of interviews of prospects. Could someone help me out with a list of potential questions
posted by patphelan on Apr 25, 2006 - 12 answers

Looking for OSX audio app to normalize volume in phone interviews recorded straight to hard drive. [more inside]
posted by It ain't over yet on Mar 8, 2006 - 5 answers

I am particpating in a group interview tomorrow for someone who is potentially a new boss for me. Any ideas of good questions to ask? [more inside]
posted by TheLibrarian on Dec 5, 2005 - 12 answers

Journalism Ethics: Who owns the transcript? [more inside]
posted by COBRA! on Sep 26, 2005 - 18 answers

I'm interviewing for a position at my university's computer help desk. The problem? I don't know enough about computers. Help me overcome that. [more inside]
posted by Sfving on Sep 23, 2005 - 19 answers

How can I, an introvert, learn how to perform better in job interviews? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 21, 2005 - 20 answers